About Pacific Trust
Pacific Trust is a microfinance institution that provides savings, credit, and micro-insurance products to low-income entrepreneurs, women's groups, and smallholder farmers in rural and peri-urban Kenya. Licensed by the Central Bank of Kenya, Pacific Trust was founded in 2005 and currently serves over 85,000 active borrowers through a network of eighteen branches and forty-seven agent outlets. The institution's loan portfolio stands at KES 4.2 billion with a non-performing loan ratio below three percent. Pacific Trust also offers agricultural lending tied to crop cycles and partners with ten insurance companies to provide weather-indexed crop insurance.
What you will do:
You will be responsible for ensuring that the company complies with all applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies. This involves conducting compliance risk assessments, developing and updating compliance policies and procedures, and delivering compliance training to staff across the organisation. The role includes monitoring compliance with anti-money laundering regulations, data protection requirements, and industry-specific regulatory standards. You will prepare compliance reports for the board of directors, manage regulatory filings and submissions, and coordinate with external regulators during inspections and audits. The position requires a thorough understanding of the regulatory landscape in which the company operates and the ability to develop practical compliance solutions that balance regulatory requirements with business objectives.
Requirements:
- Diploma in a relevant field from a recognised institution
- Minimum 1 year of working experience in a similar role
- Good written and verbal communication skills in English and Kiswahili
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
- Self-motivated with a positive attitude and willingness to learn
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
- Must be a Kenyan citizen aged 21 years or above
Applications should include an updated CV, copies of relevant certificates, and contact details of three professional referees. Pacific Trust offers a competitive remuneration package, medical cover, and opportunities for professional development. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
